Panasonic FH25 vs Pentax RZ10

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic FH25 versus Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the RZ10 (14MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was unveiled 6 months earlier than the RZ10 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FH25 matches up vs the RZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 features outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH25 versus the RZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and RZ10 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The graphic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and RZ10.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH25 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively.